The nurse is caring for an elderly patient who accidentally got shot in the leg when his dog knocked his gun to the floor and it misfired. The patient mentions that he wants to get better quickly because he is anticipating a visit from his grandchildren soon. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

A patient scheduled to undergo a Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy) is extremely agitated and apprehensive, though still wants to undergo the procedure. Which interventions does the nurse employ to decrease the patient's anxiety? Select all that apply.

The adult child of the patient with dementia who is the patient’s in-home caregiver reports the patient exhibits increased confusion and agitation after 1600 each day. Which statement by the nurse will be most helpful to the caregiver?